Group and Family Therapy Concepts

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from Group and Family Therapy, focusing on therapeutic approaches, core factors, and significant terms in the field.

Group Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time.

Interpersonal Learning

An essential component of group therapy where individuals learn about themselves through their relationships with others in the group.

Cohesiveness

The sense of belonging and connection among group members that enhances healing and therapy effectiveness.

Closed-enrollment groups

Groups where all members begin and complete the therapy process together.

Open-enrollment groups

Groups that allow members to join or leave at any time during the therapy process.

Therapeutic Factors

Key components identified by Yalom that contribute to the effectiveness of group psychotherapy.

Universality

The realization that others share similar psychological problems, fostering a sense of connection among group members.

Confidentiality in therapy

The ethical obligation of therapists to protect the privacy of client information shared during sessions.

Systemic Approach

A perspective in family therapy that views psychological symptoms as stemming from family dynamics rather than individual pathology.

Genogram

A visual representation of a family's structure and relationships, used in family assessment.

Differentiation of Self

The ability of family members to maintain their individuality while remaining emotionally connected to others in the family.

Triangulation

A situation where two individuals in conflict involve a third party to gain support, often complicating family interactions.

Solution-Focused Therapy

A contemporary approach that emphasizes finding solutions rather than focusing on problems in therapy.

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, a therapeutic factor that can be beneficial in group therapy.

Catharsis

The process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions during therapy.

Multisystemic Family Therapy

An approach for treating adolescents with behavioral problems, integrating various therapeutic techniques.